International Calling Guide
How to Call Spain
From the USA
Calling Madrid, Barcelona, or a mobile in Spain? Dial 011 + 34 followed by the 9-digit number. No complicated area codes to drop—just dial straight through.
US to Spain Format
011+34...
Dialing Instructions
1
Exit Code (011)
Dial 011 first. This signals your carrier that you are making an international call from the US.
2
Country Code (34)
Dial 34. This connects you to the Spanish telephone network.
3
9-Digit Number
Dial the phone number. Spanish numbers are 9 digits long. Landlines usually start with 9 or 8; mobiles start with 6 or 7.
Number Formats
| Region/Type | Starts With | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Madrid | 91 | Landline |
| Barcelona | 93 | Landline |
| Valencia | 96 | Landline |
| Seville | 95 | Landline |
| Mobiles | 6 or 7 | Mobile |
Time Difference
Spain (CET) is generally 6 hours ahead of US Eastern Time (EST).
New York: 1:00 PMMadrid: 7:00 PM
Did you know?
Unlike the US, Spain does not use separate area codes that you can drop. The "area code" is integrated into the 9-digit number. You always dial all 9 digits.